The Fast Life brings you wit and wisdom from the brain of Lauren Fleshman, the pro runner who's gained a following on social media for her humor and honesty. After struggling with an injury and missing the Olympic team in 2012, she and her husband, triathlete Jesse Thomas, decided it was the right time to have a baby. Here, she'll share snapshots from her life as a new mother, an elite runner working toward another championship team, and a lady with strong opinions.

About the Author
Lauren Fleshman is a pro runner with Oiselle and cofounder of Picky Bars. She won the 5000 at the U.S. Outdoor Track and Field Championships in 2006 and 2010, and she's represented the U.S. at the World Championships three times. She made her marathon debut in 2011 with a 12th place finish at the New York City Marathon. Despite an IT band injury that left her barely able to train, she made the 5000-meter final in the 2012 U.S. Olympic Track Trials.